Assistant City Solicitor or Deputy City Solicitor – Health and Adult Services Unit
Core
Represent the City of Philadelphia in affirmative litigation regarding mental health civil commitment hearings and code violation complaints, defending the City in administrative appeals.
Role type
Litigation attorney (municipal law)
Builds
Legal defense and advocacy for city social and health-related entities
Domain
Public sector law, mental health law, administrative law
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
oral advocacy, legal research, legal writing, case management, negotiation, knowledge of Pennsylvania mental health statutes
Preferred skills
knowledge of Philadelphia City Code, ability to work independently, strong analytical skills
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Litigate high-volume mental health civil commitment cases from inception to resolution; draft motions, briefs, and pleadings; interview witnesses; negotiate settlements; defend the City in administrative appeals; review and respond to subpoenas.
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC